1. How does Kate picture her sister Emma before Rosie arrives? What are Kate's first impressions of Rosie?

2. Describe Miss Wait and her relationship with Kate. What does Miss Wait mean when she tells Kate "you're just using Emma as a stick to beat your parents with" (Chapter 2)? Compare this to Mr. Seton's point of view, based on his remark that "trust has to be earned, Kate" (Chapter 4).

3. Why is Mr. Seton suspicious of Rosie's identity? Do you agree with his approach to the problem?

4. Does Rosie's character fit the novel's title? Explain.

5. What is Mrs. Trapp's opinion of herself and the Setons? Of Rosie and the people who live in Hockley?

6. When Kate and Rosie go to Hockley to find Louise Martin, Rosie is happy and Kate wishes they had gone straight to the zoo. Why?

7. Is Kate the "snob" Rosie claims she is...